“Huge quality”: Kobel pushes for Sancho’s return to BVB | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly considering bringing Jadon Sancho back once again. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel has spoken clearly about the Englishman’s possible comeback at BVB.

Speculation over a possible return of Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund is continuing to gather pace. The English attacking player, currently on loan from Manchester United to Aston Villa, could be available on a free transfer this summer — provided his contract with the Red Devils is not extended after all.

At BVB, a possible comeback apparently has receptive ears. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel in particular has now made it clear how highly he rates the 26-year-old’s qualities. “Jadon is a great guy, I look back very fondly on the time with Jadon. He has enormous quality, everyone here knows that,” the Swiss goalkeeper said during the 19:09 Talk by Ruhr Nachrichten.

Sancho had already worn the Dortmund shirt again on loan in the second half of the 2023/24 season, impressing especially in the Champions League. BVB even reached the final that year, but lost to Real Madrid. Kobel still looks back positively on that period: “When he came in the winter, he was a very important part of our run that took us all the way to the Champions League final.”

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Sancho also seems to have made an impression off the pitch. Despite mixed statistics, his presence appears to have benefited the team. “When he came back to us, his presence did us a lot of good, even if the stats perhaps weren’t as good as in his first spell,” Kobel continued. “I’d be happy if he were back with us again with that attitude.”

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Besides the goalkeeper, sporting director Ole Book also recently spoke positively about the winger: “We all know that Jadon Sancho is a good, highly talented player who left a lasting impression here in Dortmund — with his technical ability and creativity.”

Whether the Englishman will actually join the club for a third time remains open at present. Although Dortmund’s decision-makers are said to be interested in principle, no concrete negotiations have been confirmed. In addition, Manchester United could prevent a free transfer departure with a contract option. Aston Villa are also reportedly considering extending the partnership.

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